Job Description: Accountant

Location: DHA Phase 6, Lahore, Pakistan
Department: Finance & Accounts
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-site
Reporting To: Management 

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage accounting operations, financial reporting, payroll coordination, invoicing, budgeting, and cost control across our operations in Australia, Pakistan, and the Philippines. The successful candidate will maintain accurate financial records, monitor income and expenditure, manage accounts payable and receivable, coordinate tax and payroll processes, and provide management with reliable financial information to support cost efficiency and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, financial forecasting, cash-flow monitoring, and cost-reduction initiatives.

• Monitor doctor and consultant costs, including per-report fees, hourly rates, travel, accommodation, salaries, and other operational overheads such as rent, utilities, software, and staffing.

• Prepare monthly financial summaries, expense reports, forecasts, and variance analyses, identifying cost-saving opportunities across operations.

• Maintain accurate income and expense records and ensure Xero is updated regularly.

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, prepare and verify OPSA and private case invoices, track outstanding client payments, and follow up on overdue accounts.

• Prepare and coordinate payroll for Australia, Pakistan, and the Philippines, verifying salaries, approved salary changes, allowances, deductions, and overtime where applicable.

• Coordinate with accountants, payroll providers, and relevant management personnel to ensure accurate and timely financial processing.

• Maintain financial records and coordinate the preparation and review of Evaluate Group and RayMed-related income tax returns with relevant accountants or authorised tax agents.

• Monitor company expenses in Australia, track expected income and expenditure, and support cash-flow planning.

• Manage month-end closing activities, account reconciliations, and financial documentation.

• Analyse revenue, costs, doctor and consultant productivity, report turnaround times, and profitability by doctor, clinic, and service line.

• Maintain accurate records of staff, doctor, and consultant contracts, including remuneration terms, payment arrangements, and approved changes.

• Identify financial discrepancies, cost overruns, billing gaps, and operational inefficiencies, escalating significant issues to management.

• Maintain organised and confidential financial, payroll, contractual, and supporting documentation to support compliance, audits, and management reporting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s/ Master's degree in Accounting, Finance

• Relevant practical experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting, and accounts management.

• Hands-on experience with Xero or a comparable accounting system; Xero experience is strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, invoicing, payroll processing, and month-end closing.

• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, expense monitoring, and financial analysis.

• Exposure to Australian accounting, taxation, or payroll processes is highly desirable.

• Experience supporting multi-country operations or healthcare and professional service businesses will be an advantage.

• Professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CA, or equivalent.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets skills.

• Excellent numerical accuracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.

• Ability to identify financial discrepancies, analyse cost variances, and maintain accurate records.

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

• High standards of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and professional conduct.

• Ability to work independently, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and communicate financial information clearly to management.

Confidentiality & Financial Controls

The Accountant must maintain strict confidentiality of all financial, payroll, employee, client, and commercially sensitive information. All payments, payroll changes, contracts, and financial commitments must comply with the Group’s approved authorisation procedures and internal financial controls.

Overall Objective

To ensure accurate financial management, reliable reporting, effective payroll and invoicing processes, strong cost control, improved cash-flow visibility, and sustainable profitability across the Group’s operations.